But her real passion is in working with children who have autism spectrum disorders that make understanding and expressing emotion difficult.

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If there seems to be more crying than usual this year, as commentators and The Wall Street Journal analysis suggest, it could be because of society's growing acceptance of men and women expressing emotion, Parker said.

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However, reporters LOVE quoting newsmakers expressing emotion.

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